Screenwriter- Vertical Short Drama (Contractor)

About the RoleDramaBox is redefining mobile-first storytelling through emotionally explosive, binge-worthy vertical dramas that hook viewers in under 90 seconds. We're looking for a Screenwriter to develop compelling, genre-driven stories designed for serialized short-form video.Want to apply Read all the information about this position below, then hit the apply button.In this role, you'll create original storylines, write scripts, and help craft the voice of some of the most addictive vertical dramas on mobile. Whether it's romance, revenge, fantasy, or thriller"”you know how to escalate emotion, land a cliffhanger, and keep audiences swiping for more.What You'll DoPitch and develop original concepts"”or adapt pre-existing IPs"”into shows that work within 1-2 minute episode structuresWrite loglines, beat sheets, and full scripts with strong emotional hooks and genre precisionBuild serialized stories with high-stakes arcs, character momentum, and satisfying turnsCollaborate with editors and development executives to revise scripts and integrate feedbackStay current on vertical storytelling trends, genre shifts, and audience behavior across mobile platformsContribute to a high-volume, high-impact development slate with multiple active titles in productionWho You Are3+ years of screenwriting experience across TV, digital, web series, game writing, or serialized fictionA sharp storyteller with strong instincts for structure, tension, and pacing"”especially in ultra-short formatsComfortable writing across multiple genres, especially romance, melodrama, thriller, fantasy, or supernaturalAble to write dynamic, emotionally charged dialogue that lands fast and feels realCollaborative, self-directed, and excited by rapid iteration in a fast-paced writers' environmentPassionate about mobile-first formats and eager to experiment with new narrative formsBonus Points If You...Have written for vertical short drama platforms (e.g., DramaBox, ReelShort, PocketFM)Have experience with interactive narratives, visual novels, or mobile story appsAre proficient with Final Draft or other professional screenwriting toolsFollow international trends in webnovels, serialized romance, or mobile entertainmentDramaBox is not a signatory to the Writers Guild of America. Writers who are WGA members should be aware of their Guild rules regarding employment. If you are a Guild member, we cannot engage you for covered writing services.

Created: 2025-09-25